Queen size quilt, flannel for backing?
06-10-2012, 09:19 PM
#11
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After several months, I finally have my husband's military uniform quilt top done. He seems very adament (sp?) about using flannel for the backing. I am ok with this as it is for him and know to pre-wash since it will shrink but what brand is ok. Is JoAnn's ok or do you recommend ordering from a higher quality place?
I really would like to work on this while our DD is visiting grandparents this coming week. Any suggestions. Thanks!
Oh quilt top is approx 100" x 85".
I really would like to work on this while our DD is visiting grandparents this coming week. Any suggestions. Thanks!
Oh quilt top is approx 100" x 85".
06-11-2012, 12:07 AM
#14
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I LOVE flannels from Benartex! also Moda Woolies are nice flannels-
I've used some really nice (wide backs-90"- 108" wide) flannels from Fabric.com too. i don't shop at Joannes so can not compare or comment on what they have these days- i became upset with their low quality/high prices a long time ago. when i don't want to piece my backing i use the wide ones- when i don't mind piecing-really have it in my head i have to use a particular one i use the benartex flannels. i also love to use flannels for quilt backings
I've used some really nice (wide backs-90"- 108" wide) flannels from Fabric.com too. i don't shop at Joannes so can not compare or comment on what they have these days- i became upset with their low quality/high prices a long time ago. when i don't want to piece my backing i use the wide ones- when i don't mind piecing-really have it in my head i have to use a particular one i use the benartex flannels. i also love to use flannels for quilt backings
06-11-2012, 05:27 AM
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I once bought really really cheap ($1/yard) fabric from a fabric store by my job. It felt kind of flimsy at first. After I washed it, it became really nice. This was the only time I pre-washed my flannel. With the quality flannels, I don't pre-wash and haven't ever had a problem (yet!)
06-11-2012, 05:43 AM
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The flannel from Joannes is super thin. My sister made my sons quilts and the first time we washed them, the flannel backing fell to pieces. There are so many places in them that need repairs now, it just made me cry, the quilts are beautiful and she put so much work into them. She made my daughter one also and the same thing happened but on a smaller scale. If that is all you can afford, then quilt them heavily!!! If you can afford a nice thicker one, go that way!!!
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